I am not too much of a fan of their drinks, but the vibe and service made up for it. The young…read moretech company feel. Sharp and friendly workers. For the iced latte, shouldn't the milk go in after the espresso? Since it was the other way, the espresso was mainly on top and needed to be stirred. Seeing the workers, I know this part is thought out so just asking. Blackberry latte had a hint of blackberry which was nice. Not overwhelming. Will definitely be back to try other items.

Came here with a friend in the late afternoon to catch up 2 hours before closing. The store was…read morePACKED. There was a mix of people studying, working, and chatting with friends; it's a very lively community spot. Despite how chaotic it was, the space was generally clean and the service was great. The cashier made sure to get our names and address us by them. The decor is beautiful, feeling intentionally designed. I thought it was really cool that they have a slow coffee bar area specifically for pour overs (I think) where tech isn't allowed, so people are just supposed to sit and enjoy their coffee. I've never seen that before in a coffee shop. The menu is extensive. Since it was later in the day, the baked goods were half off, which was a nice surprise. I got a blueberry latte and an Asian fusion focaccia bread. Blueberry latte - I liked this! The blueberry flavor was subtle and not overly sweet or artificial tasting. It added a light fruity note to the coffee without overpowering it. Fusion focaccia bread - This was tasty, but I felt the original price was steep ($12). My piece was around 6" x 3". The shiitake mushroom flavor was strong and I loved the addition of scallions and Chinese sausage sprinkled throughout the bread. Overall, this is such a cool addition to coffee culture in the South Bay. It feels like shop from a big city like SF, NYC, or Chicago instead of little ol' SJ. The ambiance and options are solid, and it has a vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. You can be a casual coffee drinker or a coffee snob and it will be a satisfying experience.

I've been coming here with my pup a few times a week for a little over two months now, and it's…read morequietly become my default "get things done" spot. The place has this worn-in, artistic, slightly scruffy charm.. idk if I'm describing it right. It's like... the kind of hangout where people come for a quick catchup each other but end up drifting in and out of nice, long conversations. Like.. the morning version of going out for drinks. Instead of cocktails, it's cappuccinos and spearmint lavender tea. same energy. Nothing feels overly polished, which is exactly why it feels comfortable. The music is one of my favorite parts. Very eclectic in the best way! I'm very particular with music and have an inside joke with my wife about hijacking the Bluetooth at certain places to play some "actual music" but damn. Find myself removing my headphones to listen to what they have playing. Sometimes I feel like I'm inside an NPR segment. Lol The coffee and tea have been consistently tasty. Great espresso, tasty tea options, and no one rushes you out. just gentle background life happening around you. Another shoutout to the staff. Literally EVERYONE has been amazing and they're always in such great moods. In return, all the customers are super friendly too. Love it :)

I used to absolutely love Chromatic Coffee. Unfortunately, as they've grown, the experience has…read morereally declined--especially in service. The baristas seem poorly trained, and they don't have a solid process anymore. They've expanded their space, but that just makes the wait and confusion worse. I recently was in their new space and ordered two simple cold brews--no modifications. Where they used to pour it straight from the tap, now they treat it like a latte--and everything takes forever. If you want to linger in their aesthetic (albeit chilly) space, maybe that's fine. But if you just want takeaway coffee, be prepared to invest 20-30 minutes. It's no longer the quick, quality stop it once was.

shop is on the corner of a bustling plaza. its clean and well lit -- love the ambiance. it was…read moresuper packed the time I had gone -- which was around rush hour. service was great. thanks alex for the fast service. coffee was also great. ordered a medium roast iced americano and my sister ordered the madagascar latte. definitely fixed my coffee fix today.

5/5 for product 3/5 only because they're so successful they…read morereally need to figure out how to scale. Came in Saturday around 11. The entire cafe is full of an ordering line and a pick up line. They don't really call out the orders so we kept checking in from outside. It's cute and there is ample seating probably more tailored to a week day. My boyfriend got a burrito and said it was very fresh. Will definitely come back for coffee on a weekday (: hopefully avoid some of the crowd

It was a bright and sunny Thursday morning. My partner and I were headed down to Santa Cruz and…read moredecided to stop by Phin Cafe in Campbell on the way there. Excitedly, we entered and ordered some drinks. We got Flight 2 - The Classics, as well as a lemon cream matcha. First off, the flight was fantastic. With 4 different drinks, the black iced coffee, salted coffee, matcha coffee, and pandan coffee, the flight offers great variety. Each drink was so good and the coffee here is maybe my favorite I've tried. Nicely sweetened, but with super floral and fruity notes, the coffee feels light and fresh. The foams were also a great touch on the drinks and we loved it so much we decided to order the extra matcha. The lemon cream matcha was also perfect. Super nice mouthfeel and the cream was just lemon-y enough. Super balanced drinks and really fun studying vibe inside this cafe make it one of the best in the bay. It was a bright and sunny Thursday morning. My partner and I were headed down to Santa Cruz and decided to stop by Phin Cafe in Campbell on the way there. Excitedly, we entered and ordered some drinks. We got Flight 2 - The Classics, as well as a lemon cream matcha. First off, the flight was fantastic. With 4 different drinks, the black iced coffee, salted coffee, matcha coffee, and pandan coffee, the flight offers great variety. Each drink was so good and the coffee here is maybe my favorite I've tried. Nicely sweetened, but with super floral and fruity notes, the coffee feels light and fresh. The foams were also a great touch on the drinks and we loved it so much we decided to order the extra matcha. The lemon cream matcha was also perfect. Super nice mouthfeel and the cream was just lemon-y enough. Super balanced drinks and really fun studying vibe inside this cafe make it one of the best in the bay.

I am so happy there is a new Phin location, one that is closer to me! They have multiple tables for…read moreworking and studying, along with outlets nearby which are important. Their coffee is strong and consistent, my favorite being the salted coffee. I recently tried their banana matcha and I was hesitant as they are mainly a coffee shop, but let me say it was one of favorite banana matcha's! Service is quick and always consistent, with nice workers. Big interior space that gets busy on the weekends but usually there is an open speak. Parking is easy and no need to worry. I have definitely been back and will continue to come back!

I went early morning, interestingly this coffee shop is attached to a seafood restaurant…read more But the ambience is a little dark but cozy. There was one lady working what appears to be both sides so I gave her grace to come get my order. She acknowledged me as soon as I walked in so I was okay waiting. I ordered the cookie butter cold brew which was be try smooth and the balance is nice here it's not milky or creamy from the cold foam. I really enjoy that it's not just plastered in sweet so I really enjoyed it.

Not sure what to think. We came to this location instead of the one on The Alameda and was easy to…read morepark on the street. It was around 12:45 pm on Thursday to get a quick drink and some baked goods. The place was pretty empty and it took the cashier to find our drink orders on their register. And I guess she was also working the seafood oyster restaurant that it's connected with - all open space. Drinks are yum though and priced well. We got their Spring specials and they were both good. The beignets are yum and the Asiago bagel was reasonably priced at $4 with cream cheese! I'd come back but just a little slow where we had to wait for our order with no one here.

Kenz Coffee Bar is such a great find in Los Gatos. We tried their matcha latte, which was smooth…read moreand really well balanced, and the pistachio latte, which had a really interesting and unique flavor. The place itself is cute and cozy, with only outdoor seating area that's perfect for relaxing with a coffee. The baristas were super friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better.

I was disappointed with my experience. The café only offered two milk options--whole milk and oat…read moremilk--which felt quite limited compared to most coffee shops. I ordered the Cookie Butter Latte, but it lacked the sweetness and flavor I expected. The espresso itself was also surprisingly weak; the double shot had very little coffee taste. When I mentioned it, I was offered an additional shot for an extra $2. While I didn't mind paying for it, the drink still fell short and remained underwhelming. For our Cardamom drink, we added Peach cold foam for an extra $1.25 but there seemed to be no foam when served. The space itself is cute and inviting, but if you're looking for a flavorful, well-crafted coffee or a reliable caffeine fix, this probably isn't the place I'd recommend.

While visiting San Jose, I came across this coffee shop and I'm really glad I did. The coffee…read morequality was excellent, the staff was very friendly, and the pastries were absolutely delicious. The shop itself is a bit small, so it may not be the easiest place to study for long periods, but it has a great atmosphere, good vibes, and a very welcoming environment. The outdoor seating was a huge plus, especially with nice weather -- it's the perfect spot to sit outside and enjoy your coffee. Parking in the area can be a little tricky and it is paid parking, but that's pretty common for most downtown areas. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely recommend this coffee shop to anyone looking for quality coffee and a nice atmosphere.

Our drinks took 15-20 minutes to come out. The coffee shop is nice and has nice door seating…read more My friend and I ordered the Vanilla Latte + Pandan Latte, both of which were not filled up all the way. Also, they lacked the difference in taste and we couldn't tell apart the difference in orders. The Vietnamese iced coffee was horrible. It was so dark and bitter and left a really strange aftertaste. Though I will say the matcha guava was really good. The cream top tasted like fresh guava, and it complemented the matcha very well. That was the only redeeming drink here.

Tico Coffee Roasters have become my go-to place for whole beans coffee. I've experienced a few of…read moretheir roasts and the Black Tiger is my favorite. About 6 months ago I made a switch from the convenience of my Keurig to buying quality beans, grinding them myself and make proper Americanos instead of popping in a pod and pushing a button. I've done a lot of experiments with beans and so far I haven't found better beans than the beans I pick up from Tico Coffee Roasters. I really appreciate to have roasters of this quality in my neighborhood! Coffee is like wine, the better the quality is, the less you need. I used to go through 4-5 Keurig pods every day, but I'm plenty fulfilled by 1-2 cups of coffee made from Tico's beans. So even though it seems like I'm paying more for coffee with Tico, I'm not. I highly recommend you to try Tico's beans. They have amazing deals through Too Good To Go if you are looking for a deal to try it out.

This is one of the best coffee stands that I have been to in a while. When I first arrived, I…read morethought it was just a brewing company that didn't serve the public, so I was glad that they operated a stand. I order a cappuccino and tried their coffee of the day: Sanger de Toro. To begin, the drip, tasted very smooth with a slight acidity, but not too much. The cappuccino with a base of Rialto had the bold, dark chocolate, and rich taste that was advertised, and the foam was fine to perfection. It's in an industrial area with car repair shops, so if you're in the area for that, it is definitely worth checking out; it is also worth a special trip for. The service was fast and friendly. And the ambiance was a coffee stand outside of a coffee brewing company

Another stop on my Coffee-Pray-Love journey. This is a contender for the best cold brew I've tried…read moreso far. They do a CBC which is a concentrate and it definitely is. Flavor is not diluted by melting ice and neither is the caffeine. 10/10 will return for my cold brew when working in Santa Clara. Ambiance: looks like an inviting place to sit and work and they have snacks! Quick service and very clean (:

I used to come here a lot since it was a nice spot to hang out and get work done. Came in on a…read moreMonday around noon and the shop was fully packed and pretty loud (normally there's ample seating). There's a kiosk to order now with a majority of items missing pictures and descriptions. Still, the staff seem busier than ever, my lavender latte took about 15 minutes and it was hard to find open seating. I think the quality has gotten a little worse here, my latte was very sweet even with less sugar requested, and they seemed to just dump espresso on top of milk and callel my name in a hurry. They also seem to sell beauty products now, which is a little strange. The whole experience across the board felt unpolished, not sure if I'd come back here next time unless I'm in the area.

This time around, I returned to Voyager and ordered the iced Santiago, still my all-time favorite…read moredrink from the café. The combination of rich chocolate with subtle hints of ginger and cayenne is incredibly creative and beautifully balanced. The service was attentive and impressively quick, which made the experience even better. I also love the overall ambiance of the space. It's warm, cozy, and perfect whether you're looking for a productive café to work from or simply a comfortable spot to catch up with friends.

Voyager Craft Coffee has a decent ambience. Parking can be a little difficult to find, but with…read moresome patience, spots are usually available nearby. The coffee itself was okay, but the service definitely has room for improvement. The sparkling water served alongside the espresso was a very small portion compared to what's usually expected and taste of espresso is more on the bitter and acidic side. Overall, it's still a fine spot for coffee and the atmosphere is pleasant, but better hospitality and consistency in service would make a big difference.